On 4/27/2008
FriendswoodTx wrote:
Hi all,
I have just been diagnosed with renal cell carcinoma. Any information you can give me would be great. The Dr told me I would have a open partial nephrectomy. My surgery has not been schelued yet, but I have an appointment with anthes. May 6, to set everything up. I am very nervous, but try not to think much about it, which is hard to do. It is only a 2.8cm leasion.
Thanks
FriendswoodTx
Hi! I know what you're feeling.I was Dx with RCC in 97,also had a radical on my left kidney. It was totally engulfed in the tumor.It is normal to feel somewhat nervous about your sugery,but in most cases it i the best thing they can do.With my sugery I was in the hospital approx. 5days and out of work 8weeks. It took about a year before I felt what I call my new normal again. Just know you're doing the best thing possible to get well.I will not burden you with any more details but anytime you want to talk or anything I will be here so take care of yourself. John